Coastal entrée
Spencer Gulf kingfish crudo
Citrus-cured kingfish with finger lime, green olive oil, shaved fennel and toasted seaweed salt, served chilled with house-baked sourdough.
Modern Australian Dining
Rivercall Roast – coastal dinners, crafted cocktails and hosted poker nights
Experience a light-filled Australian dining club where seasonal produce, thoughtful service and relaxed coastal energy meet exclusive in-venue poker evenings hosted by our professional team.
Venue introduction
A coastal club for Australian dining and evening hospitality
At Rivercall Roast, discover a modern Australian restaurant devoted to seasonal local produce, polished yet relaxed service and lively social evenings. Our sunlit interiors, linen-dressed tables and attentive team create an easy sense of occasion, from unhurried dinners to corporate hospitality and celebratory nights out.
Dining style
Editorial-style Australian dishes with a coastal sensibility, generous shared plates and considered set menus for groups and corporate events.
Drinks program
Signature cocktails, small-batch Australian spirits and a wine list featuring local producers from across New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia.
Evening experiences
From intimate dinners to private poker evenings, our team curates easy, memorable nights with refined service and a relaxed coastal club atmosphere.
Featured seasonal dishes
Seasonal Australian plates from our current menu
Our kitchen celebrates the Australian coastline and its hinterlands. Each plate is anchored in seasonal produce, clean flavours and quietly luxurious presentation designed for both leisurely dinners and pre-poker suppers.
Signature roast
Rivercall dry-aged sirloin
Grass-fed Australian beef, slow-roasted over eucalyptus, with smoked carrot purée, crisp kipflers, native pepper jus and a brassica salad.
Late-evening
Roasted fig & wattleseed cream
Caramelised figs with wattleseed cream, burnt honey, almond praline and a warm olive oil sponge – perfect between hands on poker nights.
Signature cocktails & wine
Coastal cocktails and Australian-led wine selection
From golden-hour spritzes on the terrace to a nightcap after poker, our bar team crafts drinks that feel distinctly Australian – bright, balanced and made to linger over.
Signature cocktails
- Rivercall Coastal Martini – Coastal gin, fennel seed vermouth and lemon myrtle olive oil, served ice cold with a citrus salt rim.
- Sunset Terrace Highball – Native peach, light whisky, soda and lemon sherbet, built long over clear ice.
- Native Negroni – Bitter orange, Davidson plum and Australian botanical gin with a slow-melting cube.
- Zero-Proof Sandstone Spritz – Non-alcoholic aperitif, coastal herbs and grapefruit for a bright, refreshing finish.
Wine & spirits
- Lean, mineral-driven Australian Rieslings and cool-climate Chardonnays for seafood and lighter plates.
- Elegant Pinot Noir and Shiraz from the Yarra Valley, Barossa and Margaret River, poured both by the glass and bottle.
- Rotating list of small-producer Australian sparkling wines for celebrations and corporate hospitality.
- Considered collection of Australian gins, whiskies and vermouths, ideal for pre-dinner drinks or a late-evening digestif.
Discover the full list, including premium pours and back-vintage releases, on our menu page.
Offline poker-night preview
Hosted, in-venue poker evenings – social, refined and responsibly run
Our poker nights are designed as lively social occasions, held exclusively at Rivercall Roast. Professional hosts, real tables, cards and chips, and full food and beverage service ensure a polished club atmosphere, never an online casino.
Weekly schedule
| Day | Time | Format | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 7:00pm – 10:30pm | Hosted social poker | Core weekly club night with full dinner and cocktail service. |
| Saturday | 8:00pm – late | Signature coastal series | Elevated weekend sessions, ideal for groups and celebrations. |
| Private events | By appointment | Bespoke group evenings | Tailored formats for corporate hospitality and milestone occasions. |
- All poker activity is strictly offline and takes place at the Rivercall Roast venue.
- Hosted by experienced staff, with a focus on etiquette, enjoyment and responsible participation.
- No online accounts, digital betting interfaces, live odds or financial guarantees are offered.
Private dining & corporate events
Tailored occasions in bright, coastal-inspired spaces
From boardroom-style dinners to birthday celebrations and sophisticated poker evenings, Rivercall Roast offers flexible private spaces, curated menus and a dedicated events team for seamless hosting.
Corporate hospitality
Host clients or your team in a calm, light-filled setting with multi-course menus, paired wines and optional hosted poker to close the evening.
- Ideal for 8–40 guests
- Set or shared menus with dietary flexibility
- AV support and custom run sheets available
Milestones & celebrations
Gather friends and family for birthdays, engagements or anniversaries with coastal canapés, signature cocktails and relaxed, attentive service.
- Flexible layouts and semi-private spaces
- Custom cake and dessert options
- Acoustic entertainment coordination on request
Exclusive poker evenings
Design a private, in-venue poker night for your group, complete with hosted tables, tailored menus and a dedicated bar team.
- Recommended for 10–30 guests
- Structured, social formats only
- Tailored responsible-participation briefings
Guest testimonials
What our guests are saying
Our community of regulars, corporate hosts and first-time visitors return for the same reasons: thoughtful food, calm energy and evenings that feel both special and easy.
“Rivercall Roast feels like a coastal retreat in the middle of the city. The produce-driven menu, genuinely warm staff and calm dining room made our client dinner effortless.”
“The Thursday poker night was such a highlight – professional, relaxed and very social. We enjoyed a full dinner between hands and never felt rushed or overwhelmed.”
“Light-filled during the day and quietly glamorous at night. The cocktails, local wines and team’s attention to dietary needs made my birthday dinner feel genuinely cared for.”
Reservation call-to-action
Reserve your table or plan your next coastal club evening
Whether you are joining us for a seasonal dinner, a hosted poker night or a private celebration, our team will guide you through menus, spaces and timings to suit your group.
Responsible participation & age restrictions
Responsible hospitality: Rivercall Roast supports responsible service of alcohol and responsible poker participation. All poker nights are strictly held in-venue at our Australian restaurant and are available only to guests aged 18 years and over. Attendance is subject to venue rules, booking conditions and applicable Australian laws and regulations. No online gambling, digital betting products or financial guarantees are provided or promoted.
For more information on our approach to guest wellbeing and responsible participation, please review our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.